It doesn't have to be complicated to eat healthy. However, healthy eating advice changes every day and it can be difficult to keep up. Your loved one doesn't have to fill their cupboards with expensive "Superfoods" or swap the Sunday roast for a salad. In this article, we will address the most common food myths. Superfoods So, what is a Superfood? It's a marketing term for food with supposed health benefits. They are thought to be nutritionally dense and good for one's health. Blueberries, salmon and kale are a few examples of foods that have been given this title. What is the …
How to stay safe online – Protecting Your Loved One’s Computer
A computer is generally the easiest target for criminals. If they can install programmes or hack into the system, then they can collect sensitive information. However, protecting your loved one's computer and keeping it safe is relatively easy if you follow the tips below. Anti-virus Software Computer viruses intend to cause harm and they can spread from one computer to another through emails or dodgy websites. They can appear in different forms, for example; unwanted pop-up messages, a slow computer speed, even deleting files. Having an anti-virus software can help to locate, stop …
How to stay safe online – Shopping
Shopping online provides the convenience of making purchases from your living room. More people are discovering the many benefits of online shopping, but it is important to take steps in protecting your loved one. What are the Benefits? Convenience - Probably the biggest perk. There are no queues to wait in, there is the opportunity to shop 24 hours a day, and it can be finished in minutes! Save money - There are lots more deals online and it is much easier to compare prices with different online shops. More variety - Online shopping provides a far bigger selection of …
How to stay safe online – Passwords
Passwords are like keys to your online home. People often use simple words such as a pet's name or easy to remember dates, such as a birthday. It's important, more now than ever, to make sure your loved one has strong passwords that can't be guessed easily. Use the following tips to create secure passwords: Choose a Strong Password It is recommended that passwords should be eight characters long. The likelihood of a longer password being guessed is slim. Try not to include any personal information, such as names of family members or pets, also don't include recognisable …
How to stay safe online using emails
The internet has helped to make modern life much easier for most people. It's a great source of information and allows people to communicate with each other all over the world. However, it can be quite a worrying place for those who are not familiar and it's important to stay safe online - especially when using emails. Although our loved ones may not realise it, they will already have the skills needed to stay safe online. For example, they wouldn't give card details to a stranger at their front door, so why give them to a stranger in an email? Emails - Security Emails have made …
How to use Netflix
Netflix is one of the most popular video streaming services, available in over 190 countries, and allows members to have instant access to thousands of television programmes, documentaries and movies. There is no need to download anything or buy individual programmes on Netflix. As long as your loved one has an internet connection and is happy to pay the monthly subscription, they will have access to everything available on the service 24 hours a day, seven days a week, without a single advert. How much does Netflix cost? One of the best things about Netflix is that it is free for …
